I spent most of this past week on a trip to Waterford, VA, where I helped a friend run her booth at the craft fair. As an apprentice of sorts, I learned lots of neat and interesting details and tricks of the trade. Also, I got to be the “hired muscle,” for a little while, which amused me to no end. (I am just not muscular. This opportunity may never again present itself.)
I got to see lots of professional crafters: some were impressive, others a bit tacky. I made some potential contacts, and even met a woman I am convinced is (possibly) a distant cousin.
I did a fair bit of knitting, but the only finished item was one hat which I just happened to sell while I was away, before I had a chance to photograph it. It was cute, orange, and pointy, and I wouldn’t have pictured it as man’s hat until just the right match came along and tried it on. It matched his hair, his sweater, and his personality. It is so satisfying when the perfect pair comes together.
Of course, I’ve been behind on my spinning and other usual activities. Here’s some handspun Romney from last week. 
Ta ta!
Gwen Erin said
Sounds like you had a really great experience. Welcome home.